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Alaska

• Want to explore the outdoors and relax while you’re doing it? Then an Alaskan cruise is the perfect choice. From the safety and protection of a ship you can see whales, seals, sea lions, orcas, sea otters, mountain goats and even brown or black bears. You will come close enough to appreciate the animals in their natural habitat without disturbing them. Another great option for a seafaring explorer is a riverboat ride on a grand sternwheeler. Dating back to the early days of exploration, sternwheelers are a great way to take a trip back in history while still enjoying all of the modern amenities.
• Experiencing popular culture and entertainment firsthand is what will really set your trip to Alaska apart. Right off the screens of The History Channel or The National Geographic Channel, visitors can immerse themselves in the native environment by participating in or watching indigenous dancing, blanket tossing, music, crafts, festivals or totem carving, or by visiting the many interesting museums and heritage centers. Taking influence from not only the local population but also from Russia, your Alaska to-do list will grow longer and longer the more you discover.
• Alaska’s fly-fishing, saltwater fishing, freshwater fishing and even ice fishing are known worldwide as being some of the best. From beginner to professional, every level of experience is catered to and met with just about any accommodation requested.

Explore Alaska with ShoreTrips!

Hike and Float Combo in Scenic Skagway – This tour adds one more dimension to the float trip. You begin with a scenic coastal ride to Dyea, the famous Gold Rush town. You’ll have the chance to enjoy a search for bald eagles, as well as porpoises and seals playing in the water, as your driver/guide initiates you in the lore of this area.

Eagle Preserve Raft Trip on Wildlife Quest – Your adventure begins with a scenic raft trip on the braided channels of glacier-fed rivers that flow through the “heart” of the world famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve near Haines. This flat-water trip is the perfect soft adventure for a family. Its owner was personally involved with the creation of the Preserve and pioneered this tour in the late ’70s. The preserve encompasses 48,000 acres of some of Alaska’s most spectacular scenery and is dedicated to maintaining the habitat of the largest concentration of bald eagles in the world.